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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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